After telling a fan on Twitter that he was ready work under the tutelage of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dwight Howard met with the Lakers all-time great on Monday. What’s even better news for L.A. fans is that Howard hinted he’s leaning toward signing a long-term deal with the Lakers when his contract expires at season’s end.

"Just sat down with @kaj33," Howard tweeted Monday (via ESPN Los Angeles). "Man God is so good. Was in tears. What a blessing. This is like a dream come true. Go Lakers."